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Moyse's Hall Museum
Museum inside Moyse's Hall, presenting local history, fine art and changing displays in one of the town's oldest buildings.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
11 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
12 m
Trains on 23 Sept
21
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 21 trains from Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 14 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (12m by train vs 17m by car). Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 8:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:37 Elmswell | 0h51 | 10:28 Bury St Edmunds | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:44 Elmswell | 0h11 | 9:55 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 10:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:38 Elmswell | 0h47 | 12:25 Bury St Edmunds | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:43 Elmswell | 0h12 | 11:55 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 12:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:37 Elmswell | 0h50 | 14:27 Bury St Edmunds | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 13:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 14:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:37 Elmswell | 0h51 | 16:28 Bury St Edmunds | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 15:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 16:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 17:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:12 Elmswell | 0h12 | 18:24 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:44 Elmswell | 0h12 | 18:56 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:37 Elmswell | 0h52 | 20:29 Bury St Edmunds | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 19:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 20:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:42 Elmswell | 0h12 | 21:54 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:44 Elmswell | 0h13 | 22:57 Bury St Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 12m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:31 |
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Discover the best of Bury Saint Edmunds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bury Saint Edmunds trip today.
Museum inside Moyse's Hall, presenting local history, fine art and changing displays in one of the town's oldest buildings.
Historic house museum recreating domestic life through period rooms and displays linked to local social history.
Compact gallery showing contemporary and modern art, photography and craft exhibitions in a central heritage building.
Town-centre gardens around the abbey ruins, with lawns, flower beds and space for walking, picnics and quiet breaks.
Elegant Georgian square with the theatre, mature trees and surrounding historic buildings, ideal for a gentle town-centre stroll.
Popular green space with boating lake, play areas and paths, well suited to families and relaxed walks near the centre.
A strong, ruby ale first brewed by Greene King in Bury St Edmunds. It is a long-standing local pint closely tied to the town’s brewing identity.
A classic Suffolk smoked herring, traditionally cured and smoked over oak. It is one of East Anglia’s best-known coastal specialities.
A semi-hard Suffolk cheese with a creamy, slightly nutty flavour. It is a regional staple often served on ploughman’s lunches and cheeseboards.
Refined modern British dining in an elegant townhouse setting, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Popular restaurant focused on steak and grilled dishes, with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere in the town centre.
Historic pub dining with a classic British menu, local ales and a characterful setting near the Abbey Gardens.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but tourist stays and restaurant meals still cost more than in many smaller UK towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. No tip is expected in cafés, but small change is appreciated.
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Bury St Edmunds railway station -> Bury St Edmunds Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bury Saint Edmunds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Elmswell to Bury Saint Edmunds trains use the Elmswell to Bury St Edmunds station pair. Use this guide to compare Elmswell and Bury Saint Edmunds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Elmswell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Elmswell: Parking.
Available at Elmswell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elmswell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bury St Edmunds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Wi-Fi is available at Bury St Edmunds. ATMs are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Ticket office support is available at Bury St Edmunds. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Parking, WC.
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bury St Edmunds: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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